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Vintage Vine Red Terra Cotta Birdbath Top
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$45.99 - Regular price
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Product Details
These vintage tops are one of a kind and can't be found anywhere else! While cleaning out the back of the warehouse, we found a covered pallet that was mixed with old Burley and Robinson Ransbottom designed tops. Back in the 90's to the early 2000's before RRP went out in 2005, Burley made a lot of RRP for them to help keep up with demand. These are still in remarkable condition for being 20+ years old.
This top is actually made out of a shale Terra Cotta. When we were making products for RRP, one of them was a Terra Cotta birdbath in an English Vine design. These tops were made from the same material as some roofing tiles. We had a single top in the pallet from that design that was badly broken, all the rest were perfect for being such an old top. Had a hard time smashing the broken top in our hoppers, these tops are sturdy.
Tops are sold as is - most will have small imperfections and will not be perfect but are beautiful in their own right.
Burley is the one of the last American made pottery factory around. We use the lost art of Jiggering to create some of the most unique and beautiful pottery and birdbaths.
Top Only: 16.5”w x 3”h / 4" underside pedestal area
Weight: 13lbs
Non-Locking & Non-Glazed Interior
Care Instructions
To prevent water from freezing in your birdbath and cracking your top, use a birdbath heater during the winter for all year round use.
Place your birdbath away from thick foliage where predators could hide.
Keep fresh water to attract birds and prevent algae.
Nearby trees will have birds perched on limbs to groom themselves so keep your birdbath in site for them.
FAQ's
Does it freeze?
A: Yes. Our products are not freeze-proof and if any water is allowed to sit in the tops and freeze, it will cause cracking and then will break. Winter storage is always recommended to prevent any damages. You can get full year use out of your birdbath if you use a birdbath heater for the colder months.
Are the glazes safe and free of toxins?
A: Yes, all of our glazes are safe for the birds. All of our glazes are free of lead and cadmium.
Will the handpainting fade?
A: Unfortunately yes, but this takes many, many years. Like most things left outdoors, they will eventually fade. If you have one of our Handpainted birdbath sets and see your piece fading, you can find Outdoor Paint and touch it up for a personal touch.
Is it really made with local Ohio clay?
A: Yes it really is made right here in Roseville, Ohio! We have a local clay mine, which is dug weekly and hauled down the road a few miles to our factory in Roseville. Everything is made on site here, from dirt to finished product and then shipped directly to you. We make about half of our glazes ourselves and source the others from our friends at Mayco in Columbus, OH!
My top broke on my birdbath, is there anything I can do?
A: Sadly no, once they are broken there is not much you can do. Most glues are not safe for the wildlife that will be enjoying your birdbath. If you only have hairline cracks in your top and want to prevent further damage - we recommend using FlexSeal Clear. Once the sealant has cured for 24hrs, it is safe for the birds.
How do I clean my birdbath?
A: Use a wildlife friendly cleaner to scrub any dirt and gunk away. Some of our staff use a bucket of hot water and some Comet to clean theirs. Just mix comet with the water and scrub until clean. Rinse thoroughly Do not let the mixture soak in the bath.
How do I clean the Birdbath Fillers?
A: You can clean the fillers the same way as you clean the birdbath tops. Use a wildlife friendly cleaner and a good scrub brush to scrub the gunk off the fillers and then rinse them off really well. Don't let the fillers sit in the solution for too long either.
My item arrived broken, now what do I do?
A: If any of your items arrive broken, don't sweat it! Take a picture of the damaged item(s) and send it to us in an email with your name & address and we will send out a replacement at no cost to you.
Our email is : contact@burleyclay.com